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The party was a “dress in white” event. I was able to put something together that supported this theme and also challenge my own Solar Chakra embodiment. My outfit exposed my abdomen area - not a common look for me. I noticed some self-criticism about my body as I assembled my outfit, however, I also noticed how quickly it passed. This is me; my now, my youth, my light. I may not have the shape of bodies presented in fashion magazines, but I am me and this is all I got, so go for it Raven Shree!
I found a great parking spot at the EXDO Event Center and did my prep car ritual of attuning to the energies of the neighborhood, pulling some tarot cards for guidance, and getting my core aligned and activated for the upcoming adventure.
When I entered the event and saw all the props, lights and people I was both excited and a bit overwhelmed. I’ve been in my Shamans Cave all winter, and this was a bit of sensory overload for me. I walked the perimeter of the facility to get a layout of the land and noticed myself looking to see if there was anyone I knew. I found this "searching energy" pulling me out of my center, as if I was looking externally for acceptance on some level. Not the practice I wanted to engage in...time for another Raven Shree ritual...
I went to the bathroom, found a stall, and created a grounding and activating ritual for myself. As the bass of the music rocked the stall walls, I called in the directions of the Medicine Wheel. This invocation helped me tremendously, supporting me in attuning to the vibration of the place and people, and also strengthening my authentic core and intention for presence in my practice.
After my bathroom ritual (which was about 20 min), I deepened my invocation of the Medicine Wheel on the dance floor. I faced East and called in the energy of Innocence and Joy. In this invocation, I noticed cloud props in one of the lounge stations (air is the element of east so clouds were perfect). My East Medicine Wheel landmark was birthed!
I faced South and danced this direction into being. As I looked for an altar anchor in this direction, I noticed the laser light installment in the ceiling. I danced with the light and was reminded to orient myself to the light, both around me and within me. Feeling powerful and alive, I recommitted to my practice of being authentic in my practice - no matter where I am.
I faced West and danced in the theme of digestion and integration. I was reminded to continually absorb the experience of now, taking in the nutrients of the moment and allowing myself to release what is not needed. Taste the moment Raven Shree, dance the Now into fullness. Honoring this message, I faced North, curious to see what landmark would bring in Elder Medicine.
Facing north, dancing to my ancestors and honoring the Full Moon of the evening, I noticed a black orb projected on the wall from the light installment. This black orb reminded me of the cosmos and elder wisdom available to me always. I called my ancestors into the dance, and felt so much more held and present now that my directional altars were in place.
.....then I danced.... in the center....hard core...honoring all the directions as they merged in and through me...yes....I had a great time! Thank you Fantastic Hosts for putting on an amazing event, and for having so many props available to inspire my Medicine Wheel invocations. They may not have been intentional in this way, however, our energies aligned and a fun time was had by many.
It was a magical night for me. It felt great to find the courage to go the event solo. I met some wonderful people and know that I spread some awesome light for others to glow in as well. It was great to see how committed I am to my shamanic practice and how deeply nurturing the Medicine Wheel has become in my daily life. It was also comforting to see that although my spiritual practice is a core part of me, it does not detract me from having fun and being part of community.
- How do you get aligned in your authentic core prior to interacting in social events?
- How do you recommit to your practice on an on-going basis in social situations?
- Authenticity vs. Acceptance - how are these solar chakra themes present for you, especially in social situations?
- What container makes you feel nurtured in social settings?
Since I am in Solar Chakra consciousness this month, governed by the element of fire, here's a video of one of the fire dancers at the event. I so enjoyed this performance. I connected with fire radiating out of my hands and fingers and danced my flames out into the cosmos.
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